March 12, 2008

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Car Stolen and Another Vandalized in 5600 Block of Columbia

Last night, Tuesday March 11, a baby blue 1990 Buick Century in good condition was stolen from the 5600 block of Columbia. Before stealing this car, the car thief (thieves ?) attempted to steal a 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis that had been donated to the Trinity Foundation. They broke out the driver’s side window and destroyed the steering column in a failed attempt to steal that car.

Expedition Vandalized in 5800 Block of Columbia

An Expedition was broken into on Monday, March 3, between 12:00 a.m and 6:00 in the 5800 Block of Columbia.

Property Stolen from Car in 5000 Block of Victor

An unlocked trunk was opened and material was stolen from a car parked in the 5000 block of Victor on Monday, March 10.

Yard Shed Burglarized in 5100 Block of Victor

A yard shed in the 5100 block of Victor was broken into on Saturday, March 1.

March 3 crime

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Vandalism of Cars Continue

* A car parked in the 5600 block of Columbia was broken into either late Sunday night March 2) or early Monday morning (March 3).
* A vehicle’s window in the 5500 block of Worth was broken on Feb. 29 and property was stolen.
* A window of a car, parked in the 5500 block of Gaston, was broken Feb. 28 to remove items.

If possible, park off the street, close to a street light. The best defense is to have nothing visible in your cars that could interest a thief.

Burglary of a Residence

A residence in the 4900 block of Junius was the victim of a burglary Feb. 29. The thieves broke down the door to gain entry.

Feb. 17th 2008 crime alerts

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Vehicles Vandalized

A car parked in front of a house in the 5700 block of Victor was burglarized the night of Thursday, Feb. 14. The next night, Friday, Feb. 15, a vehicle that was parked in the 5400 block of Columbia was also burglarized.

There have been a number of these incidents in both areas recently. Please report any suspicious activity to the police. Please also report all incidents.

Residences Burglarized

A house in the 700 block of Beacon had its door kicked in and property stolen on Friday, Feb. 15. The incident occurred around 6:00 a.m.

A residence in the 5300 block of Victor was burglarized early Tuesday evening, Feb. 12. Entry was made by breaking a back window.

Necklace Found on Street

An expensive-looking bracelet was found at the corner of Worth and Beacon a couple of weeks ago. A sign at the corner was unsuccessful in locating the owner. If it is yours and you can identify it, please contact pmayfield@swbell.net.

Isn’t it great we have such thoughtfulness in the neighborhood??!!